I had no idea that pineapples could be used so differently until and unless I came across with few dishes and recipes which is so weird to even imagine but I think it’s weird that’s why it is creating curiosity to know about it.
So, let’s follow up with a few dishes which may sound odd but they do exist. And it may become your favorite dish.
Top 15 Weird Food Items Which Include Pineapple
1. Pineapple Maggie
Here comes the first recipe of pineapple which is pineapple Maggi.
Well people will never stop experimenting with Maggi that’s why I think this combo came into the picture.
It’s a recipe for people who can tolerate the taste of sweet with a bit of spiciness, and some crunchy texture in Maggi. To me, it sounds weird but I think pineapple lovers would love to try this combo (If they want to).
So, the recipe goes on like this boil your noodles with a tastemaker in it and lastly, add some chopped pineapple for a sweet-sour taste on the top and salsa with a teaspoon of sour cream or hung curd.
So, if like to try this recipe, give it short.
2. HAWAIIAN HOT DOGS WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE AND TERIYAKI MAYO
This dish is one of the most delicious hot dogs with grilled pineapple and also consists of teriyaki mayo for the perfect summer meal.
They taste sweet, smoky, and as spicy as you want them to be.
The Hawaiian hot dogs are topped with sweet and smoky grilled pineapple and drizzled with teriyaki mayo. We can also sprinkle cayenne pepper onto our pineapple.
It’s tucked into the lightly toasted bun for a delicious handheld Hawaiian-inspired meal.
And if this combination sounds delicious go give it a shot if you like to experiment with your dishes.
3. PINEAPPLE BIRYANI
Here comes my favorite dish Biryani.
I mean who doesn’t like to eat biryani I think everyone likes it but here comes a twist.
Imagine you are happily having your lunch which is of course is biryani but there comes a bite of pineapple ok that sounds weird I know but things exist therefore we are listing it.
So yes, Pineapple Biryani is a recipe I mean I don’t know how it will taste exactly but it does exist.
And yes, it’s known to be vegetarian biryani.
I know most people say there is no such thing as VEG BIRYANI because authentic biryani does contain meat but it’s a big no because many restaurants serve veg biryani and it doesn’t contain pineapple though.
So, the dish had been described as exotic as well as having a great flavor and aroma.
So, if you love pineapple try to add it to your biryani and let me know if it does taste good.
4. PINEAPPLE CORN PAKODA
As we came to our third dish with the weirdest combo pineapple is with much famous recipe Pakoda.
The first thing that comes to our mind when it rains out is to have hot pakoda with green chutney and garlic Tea for sure.
But can expect pineapple in your pakoda I guess it sounds very bad but there is a recipe called pineapple corn pakoda.
The dish has been described as a pack of sweet, juicy pineapple with hot steamy corn is to be perfect dish.
If sounds good to you sure add pineapple to your pakoda and give it a shot.
5. PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE
Well after biryani here comes our another most favorable dish named fried rice. I mean everyone loves fried rice so what about having pineapple fried rice it does down sound weird but there is a recipe like that and you can try if you love pineapple as well as fried rice just add a few caramelized pineapples in your fried rice and enjoy your meal also well known as Thai Pineapple dish.
6. PINEAPPLE DOSA
Let’s dive into another dish called as Pineapple Dosa. I mean for most of us this dish will sound weird or new but it’s one of the traditional dishes or you can say recipe.
As we all know Dosa is known to be one of the healthiest and most delicious dishes out there and when it’s winter season many fruits are available in nature. One of the fruits is pineapple, a tropical fruit.
The recipe goes on as such add your chopped pineapple piece to rice while grinding for dosa batter. Then adjust the salt and water to it and your dosa batter is ready. Then spread it over a hot tawa and add ghee on top of it ENJOY!
7. PINEAPPLE IDLI SANDWICH
If you have read this far, here comes the next weirdest combination pineapple idli sandwich.
I mean idli, sandwich, and pineapple can’t be combined if we think logically but there is a recipe that combines these three.
It’s a recipe for kids by KISSAN.
The recipe follows roast your idli till it turns golden brown and put it between your sandwich bun or bread then top it with pineapple jam as simple as that.
If your kids or you like to eat jam you can try for recipe.
8. PINEAPPLE LADYFINGER CHEESECAKE
OH MY GOD! This sounds so unnatural I mean pineapple in cheesecake sounds awesome but ladyfinger? Does it make any sense?
I know you must be thinking that its literally the strangest combination of all but as I say it exists.
The recipe follows as:
Step 1
Place ladyfingers around the edge of a 9″ springform pan. Crumble the remaining ladyfingers and cover the bottom of the pan. (Save 1 package of ladyfingers for 2nd layer)
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whip cream until peaks form.
Step 3
In a separate, larger bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Slowly fold in whipped cream.
Step 4
Gently pour 1/2 of the cream mixture into the pan. Crumble remaining ladyfingers on top. Gently pour the remaining 1/2 of the cream mixture over the ladyfingers.
Step 5
Top with crushed pineapple.
Step 6
Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
If you like to try this strangest combination follow the above recipe and enjoy if it turns out to be good.
9. Hawaiian pizza
After Hawaiian pineapple hot dog here comes the next Hawaiian dish which is a popular dish and has been served for their customers.
I mean it’s a pineapple pizza basically and everyone loves pizza it doesn’t depend on age or any factor most of people around the world are crazy about having pizza for their meal but can you imagine pineapple pizza, yeah it surely sounds weird but Hawaiian pizza does include pineapples and it’s literally popular to eat pineapples with almost everything so it’s not weird for them at least and it very common thing to include pineapples in your dish.
Maybe they like pineapple so much or it’s natural but after knowing about the history of a recipe I got know that
Sam Panopoulos who is a Greek-born Canadian, created the first Hawaiian pizza at the Satellite Restaurant in Chatham, Ontario, Canada in 1962. Inspired by his experience preparing Chinese dishes which commonly is a mix of sweet and savory flavors, Panopoulos experimented with adding pineapple, ham, bacon, and other toppings. These additions were not initially very popular
So, this is the history of Hawaiian pizza existence, and if you’re interested while reading this do try it.
10. Hawaiian Toast
Here comes our third Hawaiian dish name Hawaiian toast consists of toast with ham and cheese, and a maraschino cherry in the middle of a pineapple slice, broiled, so that the cheese starts to melt.
It was been made popular, by the German chef’s name Clemens Wilmenrod and it soon became popular in West Germany in the 1950s.
So, this is how the weird toast sandwich which includes pineapple came into existence if you ever visit Hawaii do check it out.
11. CHICKEN IN PINEAPPLE SAUCE (CHICKEN-HAMONADO)
Here comes a dish dipped in the pineapple juices.
Can you dip your whole chicken in pineapple juice and let them cook into that pineapple juice?
Yes, this how this recipe is been prepared and served.
It’s pretty unique but cannot guarantee the taste because pineapple goes well with chicken dishes so maybe it works well. Do try this dish.
12. PINEAPPLE SHRIMP NOODLE BOWLS
I mean above name itself sounds weird I know but there is a recipe for it and it goes like this Caramelizedb the pineapple and sauté shrimp and get them tossed in a sweet, sour, and spicy sauce and serve over rice noodles or any grain you like, and top with lots of fresh basil. Caramelized pineapple and sautéed shrimp get tossed in a sweet, sour, and spicy sauce and served over rice noodles or any grain, and topped with lots of fresh basil.
Well recipe sounds pretty opposite of its name and might taste good.
You never know until you try!
13. PORK SHOULDER WITH PINEAPPLE AND SESAME BROCCOLI
I have nothing to say after reading this dish’s name. I mean it’s strange but maybe its recipe may not be so let’s check out what it is exactly.
The recipe starts with the
Pieces of pineapple take kindly to the ginger and soy sauce treatment in this pork and broccoli dish and then ready to serve.
It does sound crazy but you can try it if you are crazy to have pineapple with pork.
14. Baked Pineapple Salmon
Next is yet another weird combination of pineapple with salmon.
I have to say it’s the most absurd combination of all but we are here for this to know the weirdest combination of pineapple around the globe so let’s start with knowing the recipe.
The recipe for salmon with pineapple starts with
Giving the salmon a quick broil at the end of cooking lets the marinade caramelize. Make sure to keep a close eye on it after a couple of minutes is all you need under a hot broiler. Looking for more salmon recipes? This Greek salmon is another foolproof, quick dinner or lunch whatever way u like to serve it’s up to you.
15. Sheet-Pan Pineapple Shrimp Tacos
Nevertheless, it is our last dish on our weirdest dish but I guess I’m getting used to it.
If you have read this so far you can feel the same, I guess
So, our last but not least dish is tacos, and as you read it’s not normal tacos it’s a sheet pan pineapple shrimp tacos.
Yes, as the name sounds it’s exactly like that, I mean the recipe so let’s check it out how exactly it gets prepared.
It starts with Utilizing your trusty sheet pans to make these easy one-pan weeknight dinner tacos. These shrimp and pineapple tacos are full of flavor and will make you feel like you’re sitting on the beach. Use all of your favorite toppings, but avocado and radishes are a must.
So, if you want to give it short the recipe is all yours go for it.
Conclusion:
As per the title the weirdest food items which include pineapple, I’m sure I got some pretty deadly combination from around the world in one plate and served you.
I pretty much enjoyed myself after learning these recipes.
I hope you will too.
Thank you.
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